Support Professional

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Growth opportunities

Team-focused environment

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based homes. You will support daily living activities, personal care, medications, transportation, and outings, working to implement individualized service plans and teach independent living skills.

You will document services, follow health and safety protocols, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, while maintaining clear communication

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassion and dedication when supporting adults with disabilities.
• Ability to empower individuals to live independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based homes.
• Support daily living activities, personal care, medications, transport, and community outings.
• Implement individualized service plans and teach independent living skills.
• Document services, follow health and safety protocols, collaborate with care teams.
• Communicate effectively with families and guardians.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Empowering individuals

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Role

Direct Support Professional

Responsibilities

• Assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based homes
• Supporting daily living activities, personal care, medication administration, transportation, and community outings
• Implementing individual service plans, teaching independent living skills, and promoting choice, dignity, and inclusion
• Documenting services, following health and safety protocols, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
• Communicating effectively with families and guardians

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate and dedicated attitude
• Ability to support and empower individuals with disabilities
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Additional Information

• Training, supportive leadership, and growth opportunities are provided in a team-focused, mission-driven environment.